Home Maintenance

 

Why is it important to do home maintenance?

Doing periodic home maintenance can help you avoid costly emergencies. Here is a small checklist of things you can to do to maintain your home.

    Test your smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors
    Control dust by keeping your floors vacuumed
    Keep moisture under control to avoid mold
    Look for leaks around your toilet and all faucets
    Heating and Cooling System
    Air filter
    Vacuum your refridgerator's coils
    Check windows and walls
    Check ceilings for stains
    Inspect grout and caulking
    Clean out your gutters
    Walk around the house to look for curved, missing or damaged shingles

 

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